Professor at Shaanxi Normal University, China
Prof. Dr. Zhiyuan Liu is a renowned psychologist and professor at the School of Psychology, Shaanxi Normal University. His academic journey reflects his dedication to advancing psychological science, with roles spanning from Associate Researcher to Professor. A recipient of multiple prestigious awards, including the Sixteenth Shaanxi Provincial Philosophy and Social Sciences Outstanding Achievement Award, Dr. Liu has significantly contributed to the field through impactful publications such as Risk Decision-Making and Artificial Intelligence. He has led several high-profile research projects funded by national and provincial agencies, focusing on decision-making, emotional regulation, and cognitive interventions. His work exemplifies innovation and excellence in psychological research.
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Education 🎓:
Prof. Dr. Zhiyuan Liu has cultivated a strong academic foundation that underpins his illustrious career in psychology. His educational journey includes rigorous training and advanced studies that have equipped him with the expertise to address complex psychological phenomena. His academic achievements reflect a commitment to lifelong learning and the pursuit of excellence, providing a solid platform for his groundbreaking research in decision-making, emotional regulation, and cognitive psychology. Dr. Liu’s education has been instrumental in shaping his innovative approaches to psychological research and interdisciplinary exploration.
Work Experience 💼:
Prof. Dr. Zhiyuan Liu has an extensive academic career that highlights his progressive growth in the field of psychology. He began as an Associate Researcher at the School of Psychology, Shaanxi Normal University, serving from June 2018 to December 2020, where he contributed to foundational research in cognitive and emotional psychology. Following this, he undertook a Postdoctoral Researcher role from December 2018 to May 2022, further refining his expertise in experimental and applied psychology. In December 2020, he was promoted to Associate Professor, and his consistent excellence in teaching and research led to his appointment as a Professor in July 2022. His diverse experience underscores his commitment to advancing psychological science through research, mentoring, and innovation. 📘✨
Awards and Honors
Prof. Dr. Zhiyuan Liu has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards for his contributions to psychology and social sciences. In 2024, he received the Sixteenth Shaanxi Provincial Philosophy and Social Sciences Outstanding Achievement Award in the Paper Category as the primary contributor. He earned the Outstanding Achievement Award in Humanities and Social Sciences Research from Shaanxi Higher Education Institutions in 2021, again as a primary contributor. Additionally, he was honored with the Eighth Higher Education Scientific Research Outstanding Achievement Award (Humanities and Social Sciences) in 2020, further establishing his reputation as a leading researcher in his field. 🏆📜🌟
Research Interests:
Prof. Dr. Zhiyuan Liu’s research interests lie at the intersection of cognitive psychology, decision-making, and emotional regulation. He focuses on understanding the neural and computational mechanisms underlying human risk decision-making, with a special emphasis on the role of regret in shaping behavior. His work extends to developing interventions for error-based learning, particularly in populations like online gaming addicts and individuals with depression. Prof. Liu is also interested in exploring the effects of attentional deployment training for alleviating negative emotions, leveraging innovative techniques to address mental health challenges. His research integrates theoretical insights with empirical evidence to contribute to both fundamental psychology and practical applications. 🧠📊✨
📚 Publications
- Title: Neural mechanisms underlying competition-induced optimal decisions in individuals with high entrepreneurial intention
Authors: Liu, Z., Ma, J., Shi, S., Liu, Z.
Journal: Biological Psychology
Volume: 192
Article Number: 108855
Citations: 0
- Title: Effects of attentional deployment training for relieving negative emotion in individuals with subthreshold depression
Authors: Li, S., Li, S., Ding, T., Guo, X., Liu, Z.
Journal: Clinical Neurophysiology
Volume: 165
Pages: 97–106
Citations: 0
- Title: The effects of sleep deprivation on risky decision making (Review – Article in Press)
Authors: Wei, X., Ma, J., Liu, S., Guo, X., Liu, Z.
Journal: Psychonomic Bulletin and Review
Citations: 0
- Title: Theta Signal Transfer from Parietal to Prefrontal Cortex Ignites Conscious Awareness of Implicit Knowledge during Sequence Learning
Authors: Lu, Y., Guo, X., Weng, X., Men, W., Gao, J.-H.
Journal: Journal of Neuroscience
Volume: 43(40)
Pages: 6760–6778
Citations: 5
- Title: The role of emotional sensitivity to missed opportunity and grey matter volume of thalamus in risk-taking behaviour
Authors: Huang, P., Li, S., Li, S., Zhang, Z., Liu, Z.
Journal: International Journal of Psychology
Volume: 58(4)
Pages: 360–367
Citations: 1
- Title: The neural correlates underlying the regulation of anticipation on regret
Authors: Liu, S., Li, S., Jiang, H., Guo, X., Liu, Z.
Journal: Behavioural Brain Research
Volume: 436
Article Number: 114075
Citations: 4
- Title: Altered neural correlates of optimal decision-making in individuals with depressive status
Authors: Liu, Z., Zhang, Z., Liu, Z., Li, S., Liu, S.
Journal: Biological Psychology
Volume: 176
Article Number: 108462
Citations:
- Title: The modulation of attentional deployment on emotional sensitivity to missed opportunity in depressive individuals: An event-related potential study
Authors: Zhang, Z., Li, S., Huang, P., Zhang, J., Liu, Z.
Journal: Journal of Affective Disorders
Volume: 317
Pages: 29–36
Citations: 3
- Title: Dissociating value-based neurocomputation from subsequent selection-related activations in human decision-making
Authors: Liu, Z., Liu, S., Li, S., Gao, J., You, X.
Journal: Cerebral Cortex
Volume: 32(19)
Pages: 4141–4155
Citations: 12
- Title: Neural mechanisms underlying the processing of emotional stimuli in individuals with depression: An ALE meta-analysis study (Review)
Authors: Zhang, Z., Huang, P., Li, S., Li, Y., Liu, Z.
Journal: Psychiatry Research
Volume: 313
Article Number: 114598
Citations: 16
Conclusion
Prof. Dr. Zhiyuan Liu’s academic leadership, groundbreaking research, prestigious awards, and impactful publications make him a highly suitable candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His work reflects excellence in advancing knowledge and addressing real-world challenges, aligning perfectly with the award’s objectives.